Sermons on Abnormal Grief:

Funeral

Contributed by Rick D Brackett on Oct 11, 2006

A funeral sermon for a middle-aged man but could be adapted for any age.

“FUNERAL SERVICE” (56 year old man) Opening Remarks On behalf of the family I would like to thank you for the kindness that you have shown during this very difficult time. Thank you for the flowers and food, for the cards and calls, and especially for your presence and prayers. It is in times ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

When The Rules Seem Backward Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Feb 10, 2006

The rules of Kingdom living are different from the rules of worldly living.

Stories Jesus Told: When the Rules Seem Backward Matthew 20:1-16 (This sermon works best if you have video capability and can show a brief clip from The Andy Griffith Show episode entitled “The Big House.” This clip is of Barney sharing the rules of the jail with new prisoners who have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Mournful Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Feb 14, 2006

An 8 week series on the characteristics every Christian is called to possess as citizens of God’s kingdom.

Be- Attitudes January 15, 2006 Matthew 5:4 Story: On a visit overseas, a wealthy man was fascinated w/ a powerful microscope that allowed him to study the petals of a flower. He was amazed at their beauty and detail, so he decided to purchase a microscope and take it home. He enjoyed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

We Have Everything We Need To Be Content

Contributed by Mark Edwards on Feb 14, 2006

You have everything you need right now to be perfectly content, we have everything we need to be perfectly at peace, right now and right here, in this place.

A message before November 20th Hi everyone, Just a quick reminder about next week, don’t miss next week, don’t not come to church next week, not for my benefit, but for your own benefit, and for the benefit of the ones who will be demonstrating their obedience to Jesus, come and pray, and ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"How Can A Loving God Allow The Suffering Of Good People?”

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 27, 2005

This sermon addressed the suffering people experienced following the 9-11-01 terrorist attack in New York and Washington, DC.

“How Can A Loving God Allow the Suffering of Good People?” I Peter 4:12-19 This past week has been a time of suffering for many people in America. Evil hearts resulted in killing friends and family members in San Francisco and Sacramento. Evil hearts planned for months to strike at the heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Free Methodist

What Is Heaven Like?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 31, 2005

Heaven is a place of 1. Inconceivable blessing. 2. Growth 3. Fellowship 4. There is only one way to heaven.

It was only a nickel, but the owner was able to retire on it. It is one of only five nickels like it, and Ed Lee of Merrimack, New Hampshire, sold the nickel for $4.15 million dollars. It is the second-highest price ever reported paid for a rare coin. Speaking for the coin dealership which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Methodist

The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 22, 2005

Have you ever felt that doing things for God is impossible and if you fail you’ve fouled up God’s plan? This message will encourage you to step out, even if you fail.

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in world history. It is even more important than the cross - in this way: that if Jesus did not rise from the dead, the cross would be meaningless for mankind. Jesus was perfect and would go back to be with the Father - the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"Have You Seen Jesus, Today?”

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Apr 9, 2004

Easter Sermon using three of the Easter stories revolving around seeing Jesus and how by that, their lives were changed forever. Closes with the song "I’ve Just Seen Jesus" by Larnel Harris

Title: “Have You Seen Jesus, Today?” 04/11/04 West Side Text: John 20:1-20/ Luke 24:13-34 and 35-49 A.M. Service Purpose: An Easter Sermon with the emphasis that Christ lives in us. ******************************************************* Introduction (Sandi Patti/ Larnel Harris: ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-20, Luke 24:13-49

Denomination: Nazarene

God Is For Us

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 18, 2004

Can anybody be against us if God is for us.

Title: God Is For Us Text: Romans 8:18-39 Introduction: I have a friend who was married not long ago to a man she had been acquainted with in high school. The man was very shy. The woman had a lot of personality, vivaciousness and energy. After graduating from high school, she had many ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Something Beautiful!

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 5, 2002

On our life’s journey we’ll face many different situations, experience many different experiences, and meet many different people. Sometimes we have gains, and we laugh. Sometimes we have losses, and we cry. Sometimes our feelings are hurt, and we isolat

SERMONIC THEME Opening Statement: On our life’s journey we’ll face many different situations, experience many different experiences, and meet many different people. Sometimes we have gains, and we laugh. Sometimes we have losses, and we cry. Sometimes our feelings are hurt, and we isolate. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

A Frantic Father, A Brokenhearted Sister, A Desperate Beggar

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Aug 17, 2002

The theme of the sermon is healing. The message is, Where the need is greatest, God is nearest.

Title: A Frantic Father, A Broken Hearted sister, and a Desperate Beggar Text: Jeremiah 8:22: Mark 5; John 11; and Acts 3:1-10 Theme: Healing, Jesus Name, Believers authority, miracles P.S. Where the need is greatest, Jesus is nearest. Introduction: Is there no balm in Gilead, Is there no ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:22, Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

A "Fast" Sermon Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 9, 2008

Although unusual by todays standards, fasting unleashes the power of God in our prayer life.

During the summer we�ve been going through the book of Acts. Do yourself a favor and read the book of Acts this summer to remind yourself about the power and work of the Holy Spirit. When the Spirit moves, things never remain the same, people are never the same, churches are never the same. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

In This You Greatly Rejoice

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 19, 2009

1- We rejoice in spite of trials 2- We rejoice in honor of Christ 3- We rejoice in hope of salvation

INTRO.- ILL.- Bobby McFerrin sang the song, "Don’t Worry, Be Happy," which came out in 1988. Here is a little song I wrote You might want to sing it note for note Don’t worry be happy In every life we have some trouble When you worry you make it double Don’t worry, be happy...... Ain’t got no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Suicide Eulogy

Contributed by Tim Smith on Nov 3, 2008

This is a eulogy of a high school principal who committed suicide

Today we are faced with a painful and perplexing situation we could never have imagined. A mother, grandmother, co-worker, mentor, teacher, daughter and friend has been inexplicably and unexpectedly taken from us. We cannot pretend that we are not shocked and grieved by the death of Earline. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-27

Denomination: Methodist

The Messiah's Ministry Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 4, 2008

Not only does the passage state the mission of Christ, it also relays the mission of the Church. What God did when He became flesh in Jesus Christ was to identified with man. Believers are to identify with Christ also.

ISAIAH 61: 1-3 THE MESSIAH’S MISSION [Luke 4: 18-19] The Messianic Servant was appointed to bring the good news of God’s salvation to mankind. He would be empowered by the Spirit of YAHWEH to minister the accompanying blessings of salvation also. The Messiah’s most potent instrument for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Baptist